Joshua Rodriguez
Summary
Skilled Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence (CI/HUMINT) Specialist and Staff Sergeant with extensive operational experience in security investigations, intelligence collection, and interagency coordination. Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance and current Tier 5 background investigation. Background Investigator for Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specializing in security clearance investigations and intelligence support during overseas operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Specialist (0211)
United States Marine Corps
07.2017 - Current
- Conduct counterintelligence and national security investigations involving espionage, sabotage, terrorism, insider threats, and foreign intelligence collection.
- Execute intelligence collection through interviews, interrogations, debriefings, screenings, liaison operations, and source development.
- Conduct bilateral and unilateral surveillance and countersurveillance operations supporting U.S. Government operational requirements.
- Perform Counterintelligence Functional Services to identify, assess, and mitigate threats against Department of Defense personnel, facilities, operations, and classified information.
- Lead Counterintelligence Incident Assessments supporting National Security Investigations in coordination with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS).
- Prepared investigative reports, intelligence summaries, operational assessments, and threat briefings that informed decision-making for senior military leadership.
- Advise commanders regarding operational security, foreign intelligence threats, insider threats, and force protection.
- Coordinated intelligence operations with military organizations, federal agencies, and foreign military partners to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Serve as CI/HUMINT Chief while deployed with reconnaissance teams, providing legal guidance, intelligence oversight, and operational planning.
- Plan and execute CI/HUMINT operations supporting sensitive military missions throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
- Executed two Indo-Pacific deployments to enhance regional security objectives and support allied partnerships.
Infantry Squad Leader (0311)
United States Marine Corps
07.2017 - 02.2024
- Led Marines during expeditionary and training operations while ensuring mission accomplishment and personnel accountability.
- Planned and coordinated company- and battalion-level operations, integrating intelligence into operational planning.
- Directed aviation and ground support assets during tactical operations.
- Prepared operational orders, intelligence briefings, and mission planning products to ensure successful execution of operations.
- Supervised personnel and equipment accountability to maintain operational readiness and mission effectiveness.
Combat Marksmanship Instructor (0933)
United States Marine Corps
02.2022 - Current
- Led firearms training and weapons safety for battalion-sized organizations, ensuring high standards of safety and proficiency.
- Planned, supervised, and evaluated live-fire rifle and pistol qualification ranges, enhancing marksmanship skills across units.
- Planned, supervised, and evaluated live-fire rifle and pistol qualification ranges.
- Assisted in implementing Marine Corps Annual Rifle Qualification Program, contributing to systematic training and assessment of marksmanship proficiency.
Background Investigator
Peraton
Orlando, Florida
02.2023 - Current
- Conduct federal background investigations supporting Public Trust, Secret, and Top Secret security clearances.
- Conducted federal background investigations for Public Trust, Secret, and Top Secret security clearances, ensuring thorough vetting and compliance with federal standards.
- Review criminal, financial, educational, employment, and credit records to identify adjudicative concerns.
- Analyze investigative findings and prepare detailed Reports of Investigation (ROI) for federal adjudication.
- Analyzed investigative findings and prepared detailed Reports of Investigation (ROI) to facilitate informed federal adjudication.
- Executed counterintelligence screenings to ensure candidates met security requirements. supporting employment suitability determinations.
- Managed multiple active investigations, consistently meeting established quality and production standards to support timely decision-making.
- Twice Awarded Investigator of the Month for the Central Florida Field Office.
Security Specialist
Security Operations & Solutions / United Launch Alliance
Cape Canaveral, Florida
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Protected critical national security infrastructure supporting NASA, United Launch Alliance, Boeing, and the United States Space Force.
- Controlled access to restricted and classified facilities with biometric identification systems, ensuring security compliance for sensitive operations.
- Conducted mobile and foot patrols of sensitive government facilities to deter unauthorized access and maintain safety protocols.
- Coordinated access control operations during spacecraft launches and mission-critical events, supporting seamless execution of security measures.
- Enforced federal security procedures and responded to security incidents.
Operations Coordinator
Professional Aviation Services Corporation
Miami, Florida
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Coordinated maintenance operations for commercial, military, and international aircraft, ensuring timely service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated maintenance activities involving domestic and foreign aviation customers.
- Ensured compliance with FAA quality assurance standards, maintaining safety and operational integrity in all processes.
- Coordinated maintenance activities for domestic and foreign aviation customers, enhancing service quality and operational efficiency.
Manufacturing Technician
Aerosonic Corporation
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Produced components supporting aircraft including the F-35, F-15, U-2, and other military platforms.
- Executed TIG welding, brazing, soldering, and quality inspections to ensure precision and compliance with aerospace standards.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and technical specifications to align production with design requirements.
- Fabricated components for military aircraft platforms including F-35, F-15, and U-2, contributing to mission readiness and operational success.
Loss Prevention Officer / Supervisor
717 Parking Enterprises
Tampa, Florida
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Supervised parking lot attendants across multiple locations, ensuring adherence to company policies and operational procedures to maintain a secure environment.
- Performed independent patrols of assigned facilities while maintaining situational awareness and responding to customer concerns.
- Supervised parking lot attendants across multiple locations while ensuring compliance with company policies and operational procedures.
- Resolved disputes through effective communication and conflict resolution.
- Prepared documentation of policy violations and operational issues, facilitating effective resolution and enhancing overall loss prevention strategies.
- Maintained accountability for assigned locations while working independently.
Doorman / Security Officer
Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar
Grand Rapids, Michigan
12.2018 - 06.2019
- Ensured safety and security for patrons and employees in high-volume entertainment venue, contributing to a safe and enjoyable experience.
- De-escalated conflicts and removed disruptive individuals while minimizing risk to patrons and staff.
- Monitored entrances, exits, and public areas for suspicious activity.
- Verified government-issued identification to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Supported management in maintaining a secure environment during peak operating hours, enhancing overall safety protocols.
Security Officer
Grand Rapids Parking Services
Grand Rapids, Michigan
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Identified and reported suspicious activity, theft, vandalism, and safety hazards.
- Identified and reported suspicious activity, theft, vandalism, and safety hazards, enhancing overall safety and security.
- Maintained communication with dispatch about occupancy and operational issues, ensuring timely response to incidents.
- Assisted members of the public, reinforcing a visible security presence to deter potential security threats.
- Prepared reports documenting incidents and observations.
Installation Technician / Crew Foreman
Three-Sixty Inc.
Hudsonville, Michigan
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Traveled nationwide to support successful completion of commercial construction and specialty installation projects.
- Led installation teams as crew foreman, coordinating daily work assignments to ensure project timelines were met.
- Interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, and project specifications.
- Evaluated and resolved project issues, developing effective solutions while maintaining adherence to project schedules.
- Traveled nationwide supporting commercial construction and specialty installation projects.
- Certified in Carpentry through South Bend Carpenters Union Local 4.13.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies, Concentration: Counterintelligence
American Military University
Charles Town06-2027
International Business
Grand Valley State University
Allendale MI01-2019
Skills
- Security investigations
- Human Intelligence (HUMINT)
- Criminal & National Security Investigations
- Background investigations
- Insider Threat Investigations
- Intelligence analysis
- Federal Background Investigations
- Information Collection
- Interviewing & Interrogation
- Report documentation
- Interagency collaboration
- Operational planning
- Operational Planning
- Interagency Coordination
- Tactical Training
- First aid certification
- Self-defense training
- Operational Readiness
- Advanced Surveillance
- Investigative analysis
- Interview strategies
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearms skills
- Intelligence Reporting
- Background investigations
- Threat Mitigation
- Case management
- Effective communication skills
Certification
- Marine Corps Intelligence Activity Credentialed Counterintelligence Agent
- Combat Marksmanship Instructor
- Florida Concealed Weapon License
- Defense Biometric Identification System Access
- FAA Quality Assurance Experience
- TIG Welding Certification
- Carpentry Certification – South Bend Carpenters Union Local 4.13
LANGUAGES
English — Fluent
Spanish — Conversational
SECURITY CLEARANCE
- Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI)
- Current Tier 5 Background Investigation
Timeline
Background Investigator
Peraton
02.2023 - Current
Security Specialist
Security Operations & Solutions / United Launch Alliance
05.2022 - 02.2023
Combat Marksmanship Instructor (0933)
United States Marine Corps
02.2022 - Current
Operations Coordinator
Professional Aviation Services Corporation
08.2021 - 01.2022
Manufacturing Technician
Aerosonic Corporation
06.2020 - 08.2021
Loss Prevention Officer / Supervisor
717 Parking Enterprises
08.2019 - 06.2020
Doorman / Security Officer
Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar
12.2018 - 06.2019
Security Officer
Grand Rapids Parking Services
08.2018 - 05.2019
Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Specialist (0211)
United States Marine Corps
07.2017 - Current
Infantry Squad Leader (0311)
United States Marine Corps
07.2017 - 02.2024
Installation Technician / Crew Foreman
Three-Sixty Inc.
07.2016 - 07.2018
International Business
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Arts - Intelligence Studies, Concentration: Counterintelligence
American Military University